Recent reports suggest a potential delay in the launch schedule of Samsung’s forthcoming Galaxy S26 series. Citing unspecified “development and design” challenges, sources indicate that the unveiling of the new flagship line may be postponed by approximately two months.
Traditionally, Samsung has introduced its Galaxy S series in January. However, according to this report, the Galaxy S26 series is now anticipated to be announced in March of the following year. Further specifics regarding the precise nature of the development issues remain unavailable, warranting a degree of caution in interpreting these claims.
Galaxy S26 Pro leaked design
The report asserts that development of the high-end Galaxy S26 Ultra has been finalized. Conversely, the standard Galaxy S26 model is reportedly lagging in development. While the report does not elaborate on the specific reasons for this discrepancy, the information suggests that the Ultra variant may be closer to market readiness than its counterpart.
Furthermore, the report details potential specifications for the upcoming devices. The Galaxy S26 Ultra is purportedly slated to incorporate a 10-bit display and will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy system-on-chip (SoC). The standard Galaxy S26 is anticipated to utilize the Exynos 2600 SoC.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
The Galaxy S26 series is expected to consist of the Galaxy S26 Pro, S26+, and S26 Ultra models. The Galaxy S26 Edge, which was part of the S25 lineup, has reportedly been discontinued due to lower-than-anticipated sales of its predecessor.
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